Active Bird Nest Protection

Neighbor Stewardship Agreements

The Federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act (16 U.S.C. Sec. 703 et seq.) and California State Fish and Game Code (FGC § 3513) prohibit the taking, killing, or possessing of nesting birds and their nests.

Prior to conducting defensible space activities on any given day under this permit, you, the permittee, shall:

• Check the work area for active bird nests.
• Report active bird nests immediately. You can use the form at the bottom of this page.
• Avoid active bird nests by a minimum distance of 30 feet while conducting defensible space activities.

Additional Resources:
Identifying Nests and Eggs – NestWatch
Nesting season bird behavior | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Report an Active Bird Nest   

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Where is the active bird nest located in relation to your house?

For example: 40’ to the west of house, in a pine tree.

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